题目内容
( )77. -- How do you get on with your classmates? --____________
A. Very well B. Well done C. That's OK D.I'm well
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A popular saying goes, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” However, that’ s not really true. Words have the power to build us up or tear us down. It doesn’t matter if the words come from someone’s else or ourselves --- the positive and negative effects are just as lasting.
We all talk to ourselves sometimes. We’re usually too embarrassed to admit it, though. In fact, we really shouldn’t be because more and more experts believe talking to ourselves out loud is a healthy habit.
This “self-talk” helps us motivate ourselves, remember things, solve problems, and calm ourselves down. Be aware, though, that as much as 77% of self-talk tends to be negative. So in order to stay positive, we should only speak words of encouragement to ourselves. We should also be quick to give ourselves a pat on the back. The next time you finish a project, do well in a test, or finally clean your room, join me in saying “Good job!”
Often, words come out of our mouths without thinking about the effect they will have. But we should be aware that our words cause certain responses in others. For example, when returning an item to a store, we might use warm, friendly language during the exchange. And the clerk will probably respond in a similar manner. Or harsh(刻薄的)and critical language will most likely cause the clerk to be defensive.
Words possess power because of their lasting effect. Many of us regret something we once said. And we remember unkind words said to us! Before speaking, we should always ask ourselves: Is it loving? Is it needed? If what we want to say doesn’t pass this test, then it’s better left unsaid.
Words possess power: both positive and negative. Those around us receive encouragement when we speak positively. We can offer hope, build self-esteem(自尊)and motivate others to do their best. Negative words destroy all those things. Will we use our words to hurt or to heal? The choice is ours.
【小题1】 The main idea of the first paragraph is that ________.
| A.not sticks and stones but words will hurt us |
| B.inspiring words give us confidence |
| C.negative words may let us down |
| D.words have a lasting effect on us |
| A.almost everybody has the habit of talking to themselves |
| B.we can benefit from talking to ourselves |
| C.talking to ourselves always gives us courage |
| D.it does no harm to have “self-talk” when we are alone |
| A.praise ourselves | B.remind ourselves |
| C.make ourselves relaxed | D.give ourselves amusement |
| A.encouraging words are sure to lead to kind offers |
| B.negative words may stimulate(刺激) us to make more progress |
| C.people tend to remember friendly words |
| D.it is better to think twice before talking to others |
An Italian couple are become the world’s oldest divorcees, after the 99—year—old husband found that his 96—year—old wife had an affair(婚外情) in the 1940s.
The Italian man, called by lawyers in the case as Antonio C, looking through an old drawer when he made the discovery a few days before Christmas.
In spite of the time that had passed since the affair, he was so upset that he immediately asked his wife of 77 years, named as Rosa C, whether it was true, and demanded a divorce.
Stricken by the guilt, she reportedly admitted everything but was unable to persuade her husband to reconsider his decision, though her children also did much more work.
She wrote letters to her lover during a secret affair in the 1940s, according to court papers released in Rome this week , which made people know the truth.
The couple are now preparing to split, though the marriage they built has lasted over nearly eight decades- they have five children, a dozen grandchildren and one great- grand child.
The discovery of the letters was the final problem for their marriage which had already run into difficulty- 10 years ago the husband briefly left their house in Rome and moved in with one of his sons, only to return a few weeks later.
The Italian thought the fierce split resulted from the couple’s southern blood- he is originally from Olbia in Sardinia, while his wife was born in Naples. The couple met during the 1930s when Antonio served as a young officer.
The case appears to set a new record, at least for the age of the oldest figures- the previous oldest couple to divorce were Bertie and Jessie Wood, both aged 98, from the UK.
That pair ended their 36- year marriage in 2009 when they were both two years away from their 100th birthdays. They got married in Elstree, Hertfordshire, in 1972 having both ended previous marriages, before moving to Falmouth, Cornwall four years later.
1. Which is true according to the text?
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A.To find his wife’ affair, Antonio C looked through an old drawer. |
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B.Rosa C’ lover may be Bertie. |
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C.Rosa C admitted what she did because she was sorry for her guilt. |
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D.The Italian thought the fierce split resulted from the discovery of the letters. |
2. Which word can replace the underlined one in passage5?
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A.advertised |
B.announced |
C.concluded |
D.expressed |
3. Which of the following best describe Antonio C?
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A.a childish man |
B.a rude man |
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C.a romantic man |
D.a stubborn(固执)man |
4. The marriage of Antonio C and Rosa C .
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A.may come to an end because the husband sticks to his decision |
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B.appears to set a new record |
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C.may have lasted over 36 years |
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D.began in the 1930s before both ending previous marriages |
5. This passage may come from .
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A.a text book |
B.a newspaper |
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C.a history book |
D.an advertisement |